The Tefillin are our connection to G-d, as we submit the thoughts in our mind and our emotions in our heart to G-d.

The mezuzah and the laws concerning the small scroll of protection that adorns every door of our homes.

Explore the significance of the ritually fringed four-cornered garment.

Tzedakah is more than a Charitable act. It is sharing with others what G-d in His kindness has given us.

The Torah is more than a history book. It is G-d’s instructions to humanity. It tells us how to maximize our potential on this earth.

The last commandment of the Torah is to write ones own Sefer Torah. Today this is commonly done through buying a letter, chapter or portion in a joint Sefer Torah. It is written by a scribe who is specially ordained to write, and its laws are meticulous.

Which species of animals, birds, fish and vermin are kosher, and which are not?

The preparation of Kosher food is meticulous; slaughtering, checking and removing of the blood; plus which parts of the animal may not be eaten

One of the fundamental principles of a Kosher home is keeping Milk and Meat separate; from pots & pans and cutlery to stoves and sinks. Plus: The laws of Koshering utensils previously used for non-kosher foods.

Shopping for Kosher foods, baked goods, fresh fruit and packaged goods; looking out for the Kosher certification and labels.

Wine represents the holiness and separateness of the Jewish people. However, since wine was and still is used in many forms of idolatrous worship, it has a unique status in Jewish law, which places extra restrictions on the making and handling of wine.

The rituals and customs that we have practiced for centuries at the Shabbat table; from lighting candles to eating delicious Challah.

Our sages tell us: G-d told the heavenly angels: “I have a special treasure called Shabbat, and I will give it to the Jewish people”. For six days we work, and the seventh – Shabbat brings holiness and rest” {Ed. Note: Not filmed on Shabbat}

“On the Seventh day you shall rest from all work”. What constitutes work? There are 39 Cardinal prohibitions on the Shabbat, and many off-shoot laws that are derived thereof. The first in a series of eight classes, defining the laws of work on Shabbat.

The second in a series of eight classes, defining the laws of work on Shabbat.

The third in a series of eight classes, defining the laws of work on Shabbat.

The fourth in a series of eight classes, defining the laws of work on Shabbat.

The fifth in a series of eight classes, defining the laws of work on Shabbat.

The sixth in a series of eight classes, defining the laws of work on Shabbat.

The seventh in a series of eight classes, defining the laws of work on Shabbat.

The final episode in a series of eight classes, defining the laws of work on Shabbat.

Shatnez is the prohibition of wearing garments mixed with wool and linen. Join us as we take an up-close look at how to check materials to ensure they’re free of shatnez.

The mitzvah of pidyon haben is to redeem the firstborn son by giving a Kohen five silver shekels when the boy becomes a month old.

An Upsherin is the traditional "first haircut" ceremony held on a boy's third birthday. This ceremony marks the start of the child's formal education and is highlighted by leaving payot and the child starting to wear a kipah and tzitzit.

A boy attains his religious maturity and becomes responsible to fulfill all Torah commandments at the age of thirteen; this milestone is traditionally celebrated with a Bar Mitzvah ceremony.

The Jewish way of dating and preparing yourself for your wedding.

The Jewish way of dating and preparing yourself for your wedding.

The key components of a Jewish wedding and some customs and traditions.

The key components of a Jewish wedding and some customs and traditions.

Children recite Kaddish for their loved ones’ departed soul. What is the meaning of Kaddish and how, when and why is Kaddish recited?

This presentation sheds light on writing a Jewish will and the legalities of estate issues with regard to inheritance.

One of the most important elements of a proper Jewish burial is the Taharah; preparing the body for its final rest by the Chevra Kaddisha or Jewish Burial Society.

A Jewish funeral is distinguished by its simplicity, humility, and solemnity. It emphasizes the spiritual and sublime over the physical and material.

Most prayers are led by a member of the congregation who serves as chazzan or canter. The congregation follows the leader for the duration of the prayer service.

A deeper look into the meanings and customs of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year: From crowning G-d as our king to blowing the Shofar and dipping apple into honey.

Have you ever wondered why we blow the shofar on Rosh Hashnah? Learn all about the meaning of the most central mitzvah of this holiday.

On the first day of Rosh Hashanah we go to a body of water to recite the tashlich prayer, where we beseech G-d for mercy, atonement and a good new year.

Yom Kippur, the holiest day on the calendar, is a day of atonement which is observed chiefly through fasting.

Yizkor, the memorial prayer for the departed, is observed on specific holidays for the souls of those who passed on.

On Sukkot we shake the lulav and etrog. Learn how to do this mitzvah of taking “the four kinds”.

The beauty of “the four kinds” is the etrog, the citron fruit. What distinguishes the etrog from an ordinary lemon?

Get an up-close look on how to build a sukkah: the temporary dwelling used on Sukkot.

On Sukkot we move from our living and dining room to the sukkah; dicover how and why this is done.

On Simchat Torah we complete the yearly cycle of Torah readings and celebrate by dancing with the Torah.

A short overview of the story of Chanukah and its special traditions.

How to light the menorah.

A brief review of the story and practices of the festival of Chanukah

The story, the customs and the fun!

One of the four Purim observances is ‘mishloach manot’, sending a friend a food gifts. Here is how it’s done.

On Passover we not only abstain from eating ‘chametz’, but we are enjoined to totally remove it from our possession, hence the cleaning and koshering before the holiday.

What is matzah and how is it made? Here’s how we do it!

What is matzah and how is it made? Here’s how we do it!

Many of the items that will be used at the ‘seder’ will need to be prepared in advance, here’s how.

Learn how to arrange and assemble your seder plate.

A step by step guide on how to lead a proper Passover seder

Central to the seder is the ‘haggadah’ – the seder manual from which we relate the story of the exodus.

A step by step guide on how to lead a proper Passover seder

A short overview of the customs and meaning of the holiday of Shavuot, celebrating the giving of the Torah.

On specific holidays the kohanim, the descendants of Aaron, bless the congregation during the morning services.

Rosh Chodesh, the head of the month, plays a big role in the Jewish calendar, where the lunar cycle is front and center. Learn how the Jewish calendar works.